One Cent ($0.01)

Lincoln Wheat Cent

United States · 1955

The obverse features the profile of Abraham Lincoln facing right, with 'IN GOD WE TRUST' above his head, 'LIBERTY' to the left, and the date '1955' with a 'D' mint mark below it. This specific coin appears to have significant damage or post-mint alterations on the date area.

Country: United States
Year: 1955
Denomination: One Cent ($0.01)
Metal: 95% copper, 5% tin and zinc

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Overview

Historical significance

Designed by Victor David Brenner and first issued in 1909 to commemorate the centennial of Lincoln's birth, this was the first U.S. cent to feature a portrait. The 1955-D was minted in Denver and is famous in numismatics primarily because of a rare 'doubled die' error that occurred at the Philadelphia mint (no mint mark) that same year.

Estimated value

$0.02 - $0.05 (In this heavily damaged/circulated condition, it holds primarily 'melt' or nominal value; the damage to the date significantly lowers collector value).

Care & preservation

Store in a cool, dry place. Avoid cleaning or polishing the coin, as this can strip the natural patina and drastically reduce any potential numismatic value. Use PVC-free coin holders for long-term storage.

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